The Mill and the Cross

The audience's emotional response to 'The Mill and the Cross' is primarily characterized by profound Sadness, Empathy, and Melancholy, reflecting the central themes of Christ's suffering and the pervasive religious persecution in 16th-century Flanders. Strong feelings of Anger, Fear, and Anxiety arise from witnessing the historical injustices and the precarious lives of the characters. The film's unique artistic approach, recreating Bruegel's painting, also evokes a sense of Awe and Curiosity regarding the historical period and the intricate visual storytelling, while the depiction of persecution can be deeply Disturbing.